Olive Fairy Book
by Andrew Lang
'Olive Fairy Book' Summary
The Olive Fairy Book is a collection of 24 fairy tales from around the world, including some of the most beloved and well-known stories such as "Cinderella" and "The Frog Prince." The book was compiled by Andrew Lang and was first published in 1907. The tales in the book are drawn from a variety of sources, including traditional oral tales, literary fairy tales, and folk tales. The book is beautifully illustrated and has become a classic of children's literature.Book Details
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Andrew Lang
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Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the Unive...
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